Counsel #10 — Country Living Benefits

Picture: Counsel #10 — Country Living BenefitsCWe 162.1

Wherever possible, flee the concrete jungle! Instead of surrounding yourselves with human-made structures, greed, and the values of the world, find a place where nature reigns supreme. Trade the sights and sounds of trouble, stress, sirens, and competition for the peace and quiet of the countryside. Let your eyes soak in the beauty of green fields, rolling hills, and lush forests. Breathe in the fresh air, untainted by city smog. Escape the distractions and temptations of urban life.^{[172]https://adventistreview.org/magazine-article/a-thousand-likes/} If you have children, connect with them in the wonders of nature and teach them about God through His created works (see Psalms 96:12).CWe 162.2

“The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament shows His handiwork.” Psalms 19:1CWe 162.3

“In harmony with the light given me, I am urging people to come out from the great centers of population. Our cities are increasing in wickedness, and it is becoming more and more evident that those who remain in them unnecessarily do so at the peril of their soul’s salvation.” Ellen White in Manuscript 115, 1907CWe 162.4

Reflect: If you live in “the concrete jungle” and hear God calling you to relocate to a more rural living environment, what challenges would you face?CWe 162.5